Casey Neifer
Sandusky,OH
Summary
Dynamic RN Circulator with extensive experience at Erie Shores Surgery Center, excelling in patient safety and surgical procedures. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and implement infection control measures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for compassionate care and strong teamwork, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes quality and ethical practice.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Circulator
Erie Shores Surgery Center
Oh
12.2018 - Current
- Coordinated patient care during surgical procedures, ensuring safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications, maintaining high standards of patient monitoring.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate efficient workflow and optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of sterile instruments and equipment for surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Monitored and documented patient vitals during procedures, ensuring accurate records.
- Assisted in preparing operating rooms by organizing instruments and supplies.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain sterile environments during surgeries.
- Coordinated with anesthesiologists to manage patient sedation levels effectively.
- Developed workflows that improved turnaround time between surgical cases.
- Safeguarded patients'' well-being by diligently reviewing medical histories, medication lists, and lab results before surgery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of each surgical case, facilitating clear communication among team members and supporting quality assurance efforts.
- Upheld patient confidentiality standards by securely managing personal health information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Minimized surgery delays through meticulous preparation of equipment, instruments, and supplies needed for each specific operation.
Surgery Charge Nurse
Firelands Regional Medical Center
Sandusky, OH
06.2012 - 12.2018
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to best practices and quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient admission and discharge processes to enhance workflow efficiency in the unit.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans tailored to individual needs, improving overall patient outcomes.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability while reducing waste through effective ordering procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Registered Nurse
Firelands Regional Medical Center
Sandusky, OH
10.2009 - 06.2012
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety standards across units.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH06-2009
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Preoperative care
- Ethical practice
- Surgical procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient safety
Certification
- Acls
- Pals
- Bls
Timeline
RN Circulator
Erie Shores Surgery Center
12.2018 - Current
Surgery Charge Nurse
Firelands Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse
Firelands Regional Medical Center
10.2009 - 06.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College